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I feel like cauliflower is often overlooked because it doesn’t have a distinct flavor. I think this is a reason to love it because it can take on other flavors so well. I saw this recipe from Pure Wow a while ago and finally got around to making it.

I did not have all the ingredients in the original recipe, below is what I did.

Ingredients

1 head cauliflower

1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt

1/2 lemon, zested and juiced

2 tsp chile powder

2 cloves fresh garlic, minced

1 tsp curry powder

1/2 tsp Himalayan salt

1 tsp black pepper

Method

1.Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with foil. Remove any green leaves and stem from cauliflower.

I have been MIA from blogging because I have been completing a dietetic internship. This internship is one distinguishing feature between a Registered Dietitian and a Nutritionist. These terms are often used interchangeably and incorrectly. The purpose of this post is to clarify the differences.

When you need nutrition or nutrition related health information seek a registered dietitian, because they are experts in their field and they have completed the necessary education and training. If you are going to work with a nutritionist do your research to be sure they are a reliable source of information.

I have a few months left in my internship and I am excited to get my credentials and begin my career as a registered dietitian. I am also excited that I will have more time to blog, as I have many topics I want to discuss and recipes to make and share.

To get all the vitamins and minerals your body needs it is important to eat a balanced diet and have variety within that balanced diet. Variety is important because different fruits and vegetables provide different nutrients.

Red

Nutrients: lycopene and antioxidants

Properties: Anti-inflammatory, reduce the risk of cancer, and heart health

Compared to their traditional counterparts black lentils are tiny spherical black legumes also known as beluga lentils because they look like caviar. Due to their smaller size they cook quicker and make a great side dish, salad addition, or soup. I like this soup because the spices make it a warming dish, great for chilly winter weather.

5. Add stock, tomatoes, and lentils bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat and simmer until lentils soften further and soup has thickened, about 1 hour. Season with salt portion in to bowls and serve.

Considerations

Make this soup vegan buy using vegetable stock and olive oil or coconut oil instead of butter.

In recent years there has been more emphasis on eating locally grown produce and the concept of farm to table eating. A central idea within these concepts is seasonal eating. Seasonal eating is eating foods that are in season, harvested at their peak.

When you eat foods that are currently in season you get more nutrients compared to eating foods that are out of season. This is because the foods are picked when they are at their peak. Foods that are made available in their off season have less nutritional value because they are picked before they ripen so they can be shipped without spoiling. Eating foods at their peak also means more flavor! Seasonal eating also impacts the environment. Shipping foods long distances creates more fuel emissions. Food that is grown locally or regionally does not have to travel as far to get to you, with fewer emissions. Finally each season brings different fruits and vegetables to choose from adding variety to your diet.